The definition of dental caries is “cavity formation in teeth caused by bacteria that attach to teeth and form acids in the presence of sucrose, other sugars, and refined starches.” The definition of a cavity is “a hollow space or a pit in a tooth, most commonly...

Orthodontics is the practice of straightening misaligned teeth, also often referred to as malocclusion. Lets first define what occlusion is; dental occlusion is essentially how your top and bottom teeth come together. This is defined as your bite. An ideal occlusion...

There has been quite a bit of controversy over root canals over the last few years but today we are here to debunk the myths and give you the facts about what exactly goes into a root canal. The most common reason a root canal is needed is due to large areas of decay....

April is oral cancer awareness month. There are approximately 54,540 new oral cancer cases diagnosed in the United States every year. There are approximately 11,580 deaths from oral cancer in the United States every year. Oral cancer occurs most often on the tongue,...

Sleep disordered breathing also known, as sleep apnea is a very serious disorder in which you stop breathing while you sleep. Not only is it very serious, but it is also very common with an estimated 30 million adults in the US having obstructive sleep apnea. It is...

February is the month for celebrating the dental health of children. The ADA recommends kids have their first dental checkup 6 months after their first tooth erupts. Although the first few visits to the dentist will just be taking a peek, it is important to start...

Now that the New Year is here that means most dental insurances have renewed. That means now is the best time to get to know what your plan has to offer and make sure to take advantage of all of your benefits. Dental insurance may seem tricky to understand so we will...